National Heart Forum
Coronary heart disease is the leading single cause of death in the UK and claimed the lives of around 101,000 people in 2005.
Approximately one in five men and one in six women will die of the disease. It can be responsible for years of disability and ill health.
The National Heart Forum is a leading alliance of over 50 national organisations working to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and related conditions such as stroke, diabetes and cancer.
Their diverse alliance comprises charities, non-governmental and medical professional organisations and the forum seeks to coordinate and represent their opinions throughout the UK.
Through the special expertise and interests of their wide membership base they have a holistic, diverse and independent perspective on the health, social, environmental and economic implications of heart disease.
External link: National Heart Forum website
External link: National Heart Forum physical activities policy page
